Travel

Being a reader of Chez Us you have a pretty good idea that we are huge Francophiles. We love all things French from the country to the people, to the food and wine. When we were recently contacted to review The Girls Guide to Paris founder, Doni Belau’s book Paris Cocktails we knew we had [...]read more

Hot summer nights call for enticing cocktails that are memorable! This adult version of a “float” is all about being playful as well as refreshing. You are going to love these Cherry PAMA Liqueur Sorbet Floats as they are exactly that. Playful and refreshing! When we are entertaining, we like to keep the setting [...]read more

Eggnog is one my favorite things to drink, and I find it a crime that we only enjoy it once a year. Don’t you eggnog lovers feel the same? A couple weeks back I decided to grab a container of pre made from the market. What a disappointment that was; once you go homemade you [...]read more

Baby it is cold outside, which means it is time to enjoy an Apple Hot Toddy! Now that winter has finally hit the Bay Area, we have been enjoying cozy cocktails in the evenings. This is one that has always been a favorite, and is one that I developed for Eat Boutique last year. You [...]read more

One of our favorite sites turned 7 this month, Eat Boutique, and there has been a whole month of celebrating going on. Not only do we adore Maggie the brains behind Eat Boutique but we love everything about her site from the delicious recipes that any home chef can tackle to the great decorating style [...]read more

The weekend is upon us, and all I can think about is hot, sticky end of summer weather. The kind where you want to lay around, dangling your toes in the grass, sipping lemonade or even better licking these adult popsicles. I developed this recipe for Eat Boutique, but have been enjoying a little too [...]read more

Do not let the thought of making shrubs at home intimidate you. Easier than you think, and this recipe for a Green Jalapeño Pineapple Shrub is a great way to get started on what is about to become an addiction. Now, every time I look at the fruit aisle, I am thinking “can I shrub that?”. [...]read more

The shortage of limes in the country is not a reason to stop drinking margaritas. There are many options where you can still enjoy the icy summer treat, such as citrus, melons and even bottled mixer. I late the latter as it is overly sweet, not enough sour, and t typically is not even made [...]read more